Amethyst Chips, Mix of Amethyst and Cape Amethyst on 36-inch "Endless" Strands

A mix of medium amethyst and light cape amethyst chips on 36-inch "endless" strands Most beads are 6-8mm, but there are a few larger ones Multiple strands of these inexpensive beads strung together create a lush effect with the variation is size, shape and color. Even a single strand of these beads can fill out 4 short sections at the center of a semi-multi-strand to single strand necklace. Amethyst is the most highly valued stone in the quartz group and has been valued by royalty from Ancient Egypt to the British crown jewels Cape amethyst is a variety of amethyst that includes bands of white calcite found in South Africa. Lighter lavender colored forms of pure amethyst quartz are also often called Cape Amethyst.